BRANDON, FLa. — The Lightning’s 4-1 victory over the Calgary Flames on Thursday was not only a big win for the team’s defense but also for goaltender Andrei Vasilevskiy.
Twelve starts into his season, Vasilevskiy’s numbers don’t accurately indicate how well he’s played. He entered the game having allowed three or more goals in seven straight games and nine of his first 11.
His season-high 39-save effort was vintage Vasilevskiy, but it was also a result of the Lightning playing better in front of him.
